Housing

Discussed the upcoming housing amendments, noting community divisions and urging better coordination between city leadership and grassroots organizations.

Urged residents to vote in support of local housing charter amendments 11, 12, and 13 to expand housing access and police accountability.

Expressed frustration over high crime, homelessness, and inadequate housing voucher options in Akron.

Discussed challenges in securing an inherited family property and navigating property liens and maintenance issues.

Advocated for anti-blight legislation, stricter code enforcement, and a vacancy tax on commercial properties to combat community neglect.

Expressed enthusiasm for serving on the Housing Appeals Board, noting her background in commercial lending and prior Planning Commission service.

Introduced himself to council as an appointee to the Housing Appeals Board and noted his background leading Alpha Phi Alpha Homes.

Introduced herself as a real estate agent with 39 years of experience appointed to the Housing Appeals Board.

Introduced himself as a retired city assistant law director and chief prosecutor with experience in building code enforcement.

Expressed frustration with ongoing housing inspection fines and notices regarding a 100-year-old rental property.

Urged the city to improve code enforcement, address blighted properties, and restore full transparency to the 3-1-1 reporting system.

Shared personal experiences with blighted properties and homelessness in Ward 3 and asked what is being done to address these issues.

Urged the city to reconsider demolition plans for the former Firestone property and explore mixed-use preservation options.

Proposed anti-blight initiatives, including home repair loans, landscape assistance for seniors, and targeted code enforcement.